Online event
How to grow your business in India: practical steps
Thursday 14 November at 10:00AM
Discover how to tap into India's growing market potential and gain expert insights on selling and expanding your business in one of the world's largest economies.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the opportunities India offers for UK businesses
- Practical steps and frequently asked questions for starting sales in India
- Support available from UK Government and partners
Description
India is on track to be the world's third largest economy by 2030 and is already proving a successful market for businesses in all major sectors. This session will bring together a range of expert partners with their practical advice and tips on how to sell and grow in India. Total UK exports to India amounted to £16.6 billion to March 2024, but there is potential for much more. The UK's ties with India are already strong, through people, ideas, institutions, language, and technology. We look forward to working with you support your business towards growth in this exciting market.
Speakers
Kim Collaço
Executive Director International Affairs and Head of Enterprise Strategy, Baker Tilly ASA India
Kim has over 19 years' experience helping companies expand into or invest in India.
At Baker Tilly ASA she leads International Affairs and guides the strategic and business development initiatives of the firm, including new market opportunities and corporate communication.
Her experience spans India in-bound investments including mergers and acquisitions, business strategy and partner search across industries creating mid and long-term investment and go-to-market strategies. She has successfully executed projects across industries from financial services and technology to energy, defence, aerospace and manufacturing.
Mark Lumsdon-Taylor
Partner and Head of Sustainability and ESG, MHA
Mark specialises in rural business, agriculture, food manufacturing, education, and healthcare. As a co-author of MHA's Dynamic ESG suite, he helps organisations integrate sustainability with a focus on measurable impact and ROI.
Known for his precision and transformative insights, Mark's work has earned him multiple awards, including National Finance Director of the Year and the IoD's Blue Ribbon for Governance Excellence. A trustee for education in Ethiopia and an active member of industry bodies, Mark returned to MHA in 2019, bringing years of expertise in ESG strategy and business leadership.